Science ❯ Biology ❯ Anatomy

Comparative Anatomy

Jaw Structure Mammalian Physiology Millipedes and Centipedes Sinus Adaptations Extinct Species Anatomy Flying Reptiles Fossil Analysis Archosauromorphs Bird Anatomy Unique Adaptations Sharks Mammalian Anatomy Skeletal Structure Vertebrate Anatomy Bird Evolution Feather Structure Soft Tissue Analysis Whale Anatomy Limbs Skeletal Analysis Brain Structure Skeletal Anatomy

Fossil Brain Scans Point to Rapid Origin of Pterosaur Flight

CT brain scans indicate visual-system upgrades preceded powered flight in the pterosaur lineage.

New Study Recasts Dunkleosteus as Cartilage-Heavy, Shark-Like Oddball

Study Finds Rodent Thumbnails Are Widespread and Ancient